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NORTH CHARLESTON WANNAMAKER COUNTY PARK

(5.0 Score)
8888 University Boulevard, North Charleston,
Charleston, SC 29406 Directions

Since 1968

Specialty:

✓ Hiking ✓ Picnic Spots and Skating ✓ Sand Volleyball Court ✓ Walking ✓ Snack Bar ✓ Paved Trails ✓ Meeting and Reception ✓ Shaded Porch ✓ Restrooms ✓ Biking ✓ Barbecue Grill ✓ Cycling Lanes ✓ Kid-friendly Hikes ✓ Dog Friendly ✓ Playground

"North Charleston Wannamaker County Park is a 1,015-acre nature-oriented ideal destination that is perfect for families and groups to have a pleasant time. The trail is located 16 minutes away from Charleston, SC. The trail features magnificent woodlands and wetlands and offers a range of activities to tourists. There are 2.3 miles of paved trails and 2.5 miles of dirt trails. The trail also includes amenities like 7 acres of grassy open meadows, a sprinkler water play area, a sand volleyball court, two playgrounds, and a large play hill. Additionally, the trail features parking and a dog park entrance with a paved path to shade shelters, seats, and a water fountain.

2026 Update: North Charleston Wannamaker County Park features a picnic area and a water park. Amenities include Splash Pad, Disc Golf Course, Bike rentals, and Reservable Facilities, Snack Bar."

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Price:

Park Admission
Per Person $2
Per Person Educational Group Fee $1.50
Boat & Bike Rentals
Bicycle Per Hour $5
Single Kayak Per Hour $6
Double Kayak Per Hour $7
Waterparks
1-19 Tickets Each $25.99
20+ Tickets Each $20.99
Facility Rental
Day Rental $1550
Business Meeting $350
Evening Rental Only $2000

Discount:

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Contact:

(843) 762-5585 (843) 795-4386

Mon-Sun: 8am - 7:45pm

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CHARLES TOWNE LANDING STATE HISTORIC SITE

(4.9 Score)
1500 Old Town Road,
Charleston, SC 29407 Directions

Since 1670

Specialty:

✓ Hiking ✓ Trails ✓ Wildlife Area ✓ Animal Forest ✓ Walking ✓ Biking ✓ Birding ✓ Historical Place ✓ Dozens of Picnic Tables ✓ National Park ✓ Walking Trails ✓ Playgrounds ✓ Kid-friendly Hikes ✓ Dog-Friendly

"Charles Towne Landing State Historic Site features a 3.2-kilometer loop trail that takes around 36 minutes to complete. The elevation gain on the trail is approximately 13 meters. Visitors can observe otters, bears, bison, and other animals in the Animal Forest natural habitat zoo. The trail also features 80 acres of gardens on the grounds, including a magnificent live oak corridor and the Legare Waring House. The Legare Waring House, one of Charleston's favorite venues for weddings and other special events, combines historic elegance with distinctive and flexible space. The historic site also ensures various amenities such as picnic tables, public restrooms, kid-friendly hikes, and a free parking lot for more comfort.

2026 Update: The park features Wi-Fi and an EV charging station. It is a suitable place for recreation activities like biking, hiking, and walking, and tours to explore."

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Price:

S.C. Senior $7.50
Adult $12
Youth Age 6 to 15 $7
Admission Pricing:
Per Student $4
Per Additional Adult $4

Contact:

(843) 852-4200

Mon-Sun: 9am - 4pm

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WEST ASHLEY PARK

(4.8 Score)
3601 Mary Ader Avenue,
Charleston, SC 29414 Directions

Since 2000

Specialty:

✓ Hiking ✓ Walking ✓ Soccer and Baseball Fields ✓ Kayaking ✓ Canoeing ✓ Fishing ✓ Playgrounds ✓ Play Areas ✓ Picnic Tables ✓ Disc Golf Course ✓ Barbecue Grill ✓ Kid-friendly Hikes ✓ Dog-friendly

"West Ashley Park covers 260 acres and has over 5.2 miles of trail, with an elevation gain of 16 feet. This is an out-and-back type of trail, and it takes approximately 1 hour and 29 minutes. This place also includes 4 baseball fields and soccer fields, as well as bicycle and pedestrian trails crisscrossing the property to Church Creek. The trail ensures a diverse array of amenities like an athletic field, baseball field, basketball court, football field, pavilion, picnic areas, picnic tables, playground, trails, and trash cans for the convenience of the visitors. West Ashley Park features designated areas for pets.

2026 Update: West Ashley Park offers free daily access for visitors."

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Contact:

(843) 724-7327

Mon-Sun: 7am - 8pm

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NORTH CHARLESTON WANNAMAKER COUNTY PARK REVIEWS

This park is very beautiful and the workers are nice. My boyfriend and I went on a picnic near the lake then went kayaking. This is a family friendly park with sprinklers and a lot of walking/bike trails. There are a lot of trees with shade, perfect for a picnic. There was a park police officer riding around the park on his bike which made it feel very safe. It's calm and quiet. I highly recommend it here. Don't hesitate.

I come up here quarterly to do inspections related to work. I always stay at the same hotel , this is the first time I’ve ever noticed that this park is literally across the street.

We had a reunion it was great. Our shelter had an inside prep center and sink. It worked out wonderful.

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CHARLES TOWNE LANDING STATE HISTORIC SITE REVIEWS

Absolutely gorgeous! We loved it so much we came back two days in a row. My kids loved all of the animals. They were healthy and well taken care of. We were lucky enough to observe them being fed and a veterinarian checking on a recovering vulture. She was wonderful! The scenery was gorgeous. The history is fascinating. There is so much to see and do. We will definitely be coming back again. I have already referred friends to come visit with us next time and this will be one of our must see locations to bring visiting family! There are plenty of restrooms throughout and they are well maintained. They have picnic tables. Parking was convenient. My kids and I loved it.

Our toddler loves the animal forest! The animal forest is a great bonus for visiting this historical gem. All of the animals are native (or at one time were native) to South Carolina. The animals are well cared for and cannot be released into the wild. We are lucky to live so close to this wonderful park. Great for a visit when it’s not too hot. Bring a picnic and your bikes to get the full experience.

So beautiful and full of history! There is a zoo, replica ship, boardwalk, museum, and plenty of bathrooms.

WEST ASHLEY PARK REVIEWS

What a great find! I took my dog for a walk here, and we explored this large park. There were plenty of bathrooms throughout the ball fields. We walked the road for a while and then walked some trails around a small pond. Of course, the dog needed to get into the water! We stumbled upon the frisbee golf course as well, and they have a few playgrounds for kids. They also have an area with picnic tables and grills.

My wife stopped by just sight seeing. Coming from the desert where we live made this place unique to us. The entrance alone was beautiful! It was a sports park with soccer and baseball fields. There is a frisbee golf/hiking trail. There are slides and play area for children and a picnic area. A great place to visit.

One of the best parks in the area with various activities to engage in. Hiking, trails, biking, fishing, massive parks for various ages, splash pad, dog park, and alligator sightings.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

NORTH CHARLESTON WANNAMAKER COUNTY PARK Total Inspection Points: 120/120
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Pricing: 10
Real Discounts: 10
Reviews Study: 10
Specialization: 10
Video: 10
Website Source: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

CHARLES TOWNE LANDING STATE HISTORIC SITE Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Exact Services: 9
Reviews Accuracy of : 9
Reviews Study: 9
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Copyright & License: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Specialization: 10
Video: 10
Website Source: 10

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WEST ASHLEY PARK Total Inspection Points: 116/120
Exact Services: 9
Reviews Accuracy of : 9
Reviews Study: 9
Special Features: 9
Business Hours: 10
Business Images: 10
Contact Info: 10
Experience: 10
Legitimate Ratings: 10
Specialization: 10
Video: 10
Website Source: 10